This page delivers traffic analytics for Benson County, North Dakota. Our metrics are calculated with multi-sourced, cross-verified data from real-world mobile and sensor networks, and averaged for Benson County, North Dakota among 275 road miles divided in 1,486 segments. Our metrics go beyond simple volume counts to provide actionable insights on traffic intensity, congestion, commercial vehicle flow, and network performance with highest possible granularity (average segment length is 978 ft). Whether you are evaluating a new retail location, planning logistics routes, or assessing infrastructure needs, this data helps you move from assumptions to certainty.
Data sourced from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform.
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
644
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
10.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
35.4 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
5.8%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
45.0 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,754
Our data indicates an estimated average traffic volume of 644 vehicles per day in Benson County, North Dakota that results in 151,575 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.3 million per year). The traffic stream is comprised of an average of 1 truck for every 9 vehicles. Typical time spent behind the wheel per trip is 35.4 minutes, which already accounts for delays at signals, intersections, and congestion.
Analytical insight
When compared to the North Dakota state averages: At 644 vehicles per day, the average monitored road in Benson carries 70% less traffic than the state average of 2,174 vehicles per day - a critical factor for logistics and site planning. In total volume terms, its road network carries 151,575 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈55.3 million per year), about 0.9% of North Dakota's statewide total. Journey times run 4% lower than the state level, at 35.4 minutes on average. The congestion ratio of 5.8% is 45% lower, pointing to smoother traffic flow than the state level - crucial for traffic control improvement and logistics planning. By volume, Benson's 644 vehicles per day outpaces 21% of counties in North Dakota. 33% of counties in North Dakota have a shorter average travel time than Benson's 35.4 minutes.
Highway vs. Non-Highway Traffic Analysis
Highway Traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
466
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
14.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
59.9 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
1.3%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
48.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$70,426
A significant volume of traffic in Benson County, North Dakota utilizes the highway network. The average highway carries 466 vehicles per day, 30% less than the average non-highway road in the same area, which carries 664 vehicles per day. That average covers 63 highway road miles divided in 147 segments (average segment length 2,259 ft), together carrying 30,004 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈11.0 million per year). Trucks constitute 14.8% of highway traffic.
Analytical insight
At 14.8%, highway truck share is 2% higher than the state average, marking Benson as a significant freight corridor - underscoring the importance of highway access for logistics operators. 56% of counties in North Dakota see a lower highway truck share than Benson's 14.8%. By raw volume, Benson carries the lowest number of highway trucks in North Dakota - roughly 70 trucks per day.
Non-highway traffic
Traffic
Traffic
The average number of vehicles that travel each day over any road in the road network.
664
Trucks
Trucks
The percentage of the total traffic volume composed of heavy vehicles.
9.8%
Average travel time
Average travel time
The average time of travel averaged among all vehicles traveling on the road network.
32.7 min
Congestion ratio
Congestion ratio
The rate at which the actual travel time exceeds free-flow travel time, averaged among all roads in the network.
6.4%
Drivers’ average age
Drivers’ average age
Average age of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
44.9 yrs
Drivers’ average income
Drivers’ average income
Average income of residents in the geographic areas where the vehicle trips originated.
$66,379
The non-highway road network in Benson County, North Dakota supports a substantial volume of traffic. The average non-highway road carries 664 vehicles per day, 42% more than the average highway in the same area, which carries 466 vehicles per day. That average covers 212 non-highway road miles divided in 1,339 segments (average segment length 837 ft), together carrying 121,571 vehicle-miles traveled per day (≈44.4 million per year). Trucks constitute 9.8% of non-highway traffic.
Analytical insight
Non-highway roads carry a truck concentration that's 34% lower than the highway network. At 41% lower than the state level, the non-highway congestion ratio of 6.4% signals easier movement on local roads. Benson's overall average travel time exceeds 33% of counties in North Dakota. Benson's average driver income exceeds 17% of counties in North Dakota. Benson's median driver age is higher than 26% of counties in North Dakota.
Time-of-Day & Seasonal Patterns
Peak Traffic Windows
Weekday peaks:
AM peak 7:00 AM–12:00 PM and PM peak 3:00 PM–5:00 PM, with volumes reaching approximately 74% higher than the daily average.
Weekend traffic:
Weekend volumes run about 18% below weekday levels.
Seasonal Fluctuation
Busy season:
July–September is the high season, with volumes +26% versus the annual average.
Lowest month:
March is the quietest month, with volumes -19% versus the annual average.
Analytical insight
In Benson County, North Dakota, the peak hour concentrates about 7% of the day's traffic, and seasonal swing is pronounced at +26% in high season.
Traffic Flow Profile Comparison
Metric
Benson
North Dakota
Average
Difference
Traffic
644
2,174
-70.4%
Truck % (Total Traffic)
10.8%
11.1%
-2.9%
Truck % (Highway)
14.8%
14.5%
+1.9%
Avg. Travel Time
35.4 min
37.0 min
-4.5%
Frequently Asked Questions
The average daily traffic volume is calculated at 644 vehicles per day, providing a baseline for daily operations and site assessment.
Yes - Benson carries the lowest raw volume of highway trucks of any county in North Dakota, at roughly 70 trucks per day.
The average travel time for drivers is 35.4 minutes, offering a standard metric for commute and delivery route planning.
Traffic volumes are typically 26% higher during July–September. Volumes drop to their lowest levels in March, averaging 525 vehicles per day - a 19% decrease from the annual average.
Trucks account for approximately 10.8% of the total traffic mix across all road types, with a significantly higher concentration of 14.8% on highways.
Drivers on Benson roads have a median age of 45 years, and the median household income of the neighborhoods trips originate from averages $66,754 - useful context for retail siting and customer profiling.
Weekday peaks occur between 7:00 AM and 12:00 PM in the morning and between 3:00 PM and 5:00 PM in the evening - about 74% above the daily average.
Approximately 34% of highway traffic and 27% of non-highway traffic consists of vehicles whose trip originates outside Benson County, North Dakota. This indicates that a portion of highway traffic is regional pass-through, while local roads are more representative of resident and commuter activity.
Data Sources & Methodology
The data presented on this page is derived from TrafficZoom's proprietary analytics platform, which aggregates and normalizes information from multiple sources, including:
Mobile device location data (anonymized and aggregated)
